based on John 12:1-8 Faithful God, there are many ways to show our love and faithfulness. Some times call for acts of devotion, others acts of service, others a simple act of being present. We always have those in need with us, and you in turn are with them, calling us to discernment and action.Continue reading “A Prayer in a Perfumed House”
Author Archives: Jeff Nelson
Why Some of My Books Include Questions for Reflection
Back when I was preparing my first book, Coffeehouse Contemplative, for publication, one of the members of the editorial board noted my inclusion of questions for reflection at the end of every chapter. He expressed surprise that I did so, saying that he didn’t usually see such an element in what he thought would beContinue reading “Why Some of My Books Include Questions for Reflection”
With Great Confidence
Winston Churchill famously said, “A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on.” He was speaking about how quickly a lie can be spread by those who believe it, or by those who have a stake in others believing it. And he didn’t even have theContinue reading “With Great Confidence”
Jeffrey A. Nelson 